Our bodies are constantly changing and adapting. While some changes can be good, others can be more problematic, presenting seniors with a unique set of difficulties and challenges in their golden years. For example: even if seniors live a healthy life, they often may develop headaches. Why do so many seniors deal with headaches? Often, […]
How Do You Provide Emotional Support to the Elderly?
Navigating the later stages of life often presents a unique set of challenges, and for many older adults, transitioning to an assisted living environment becomes a pivotal part of this journey. As individuals move into assisted living communities, a sense of change and adjustment can stir a range of emotions. This is where the vital […]
Preventive Medicine for Healthy Living in Seniors
As we age, our health needs change. Seniors are more likely to develop chronic health conditions like heart disease and diabetes, and memory conditions like dementia and Alzheimer’s, all of which can have an impact on your quality of life. Getting older doesn’t mean that you have to give up on living a healthy and […]
How to Take Care of a Person with Parkinson Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a condition that affects the nervous system and specifically, how your body moves. It’s caused by a loss of cells in the brain that produce a chemical called dopamine. Dopamine helps transmit messages in the brain that control movement. So what does that mean for someone with Parkinson’s disease? It can cause […]
